Musical Symbol Breath Mark Symbol
๐ is the Unicode musical symbol for a breath mark in music notation.
U+1D112
The symbol ๐ represents a musical breath mark. Itโs used in sheet-music text and digital scores. If you need to copy it for typography or notation, you can use the Unicode info below.
Musical Symbol Breath Mark Symbol Meaning
๐ is the Unicode character called MUSICAL SYMBOL BREATH MARK (U+1D112). In music notation, a breath mark indicates that a performer should take a quick breath at that point in the phrasing. In digital documents, it helps keep notation consistent across platforms when youโre writing scores, editing musical text, or preparing exported layouts. This character is especially useful when your software or font set supports Unicode musical symbols, allowing you to insert the breath mark directly instead of relying on images. Use it in plain text contexts where music glyph support is available.
Common uses
- โขAdding breath marks to lyrics-and-notation text for quick rehearsal notes
- โขComposing or editing music-related documents in environments that support Unicode music symbols
- โขPreparing score exports or transcriptions where notation must be represented as text
- โขDesigning music-themed typography for programs, handouts, or titles
- โขEnhancing accessibility-focused documents that avoid bitmap images for notation
Examples
๐ Musical Symbol Breath Mark
- ๐โTake a breath hereโ ๐ then continue the phrase.
- ๐Vocal line: measure 12 ๐, then sustain the final note.
- ๐Insert ๐ at the start of the response section.
- ๐Brief pause at the comma breath ๐ before the next bar.
- ๐In the transcription, replace the placeholder with ๐.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1D112 | |
| HTML Entity | 𝄒 | |
| HTML Code | 𝄒 | |
| CSS | \1D112 |
FAQ
What does the Musical Symbol Breath Mark symbol mean?
๐ is the Unicode character called MUSICAL SYMBOL BREATH MARK (U+1D112). In music notation, a breath mark indicates that a performer should take a quick breath at that point in the phrasing. In digital documents, it helps keep notation consistent across platforms when youโre writing scores, editing musical text, or preparing exported layouts. This character is especially useful when your software or font set supports Unicode musical symbols, allowing you to insert the breath mark directly instead of relying on images. Use it in plain text contexts where music glyph support is available.
What is ๐ called?
๐ is named MUSICAL SYMBOL BREATH MARK, with Unicode code point U+1D112.
How do I copy ๐ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page (๐), or paste the numeric HTML entity (𝄒) or the Unicode code point (U+1D112) depending on your tool.
Will ๐ display correctly on all devices?
It should display when the font you use supports the character. If it appears as a box or missing glyph, try a font with Unicode musical symbols.
When should I use a breath mark in music text?
Use it to indicate where a performer should take a quick breath within phrasing, such as between notes or phrases during performance.